Maintenance Technician

We are seeking a Maintenance Technician to support production equipment and plant facilities, ensuring continuous uptime through troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance.

• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems using schematics, technical drawings, and testing equipment.
• Repair equipment, fixtures, conveyor systems, and other plant equipment safely and efficiently.
• Modify, lubricate, diagnose, and operate equipment in accordance with Niagara’s defined processes.
• Maintain industrial control systems.
• Work independently and with other team members to complete repairs in a safe and timely manner.
• May fill in for production operator as needed.
• Create and report repairs throughout the shift, completing required work‑order paperwork and documenting parts and material usage.
• Understand and follow plant safety rules, including safe lifting and machine operation procedures, and use personal protective equipment when required.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance to ensure equipment and facility uptime.

• 4 years of experience in a field or similar maintenance environment.
• 4 years of experience in a maintenance technician position.
• 4 years of experience managing people or projects (work experience plus education may be combined).
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and resolve issues across multiple departments.
• Basic experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
• Skill in the use of shop equipment such as hydraulic and mechanical presses, bench grinder, drill press, mill, lathe, and assorted power tools.
• Proficient with precision measuring equipment such as calipers, dial indicators, bore gauges, and depth gauges.
• Willingness to be a technical leader and trainer within a specific area of the plant.
• Will bring own toolbox and basic tools.

• 6 years of experience in a field or similar manufacturing environment.
• 6 years of experience in a maintenance technician position.
• 6 years of experience managing people or projects.
• Experience in high‑speed manufacturing, bottling, beverage, packaging, or plastics industries.
• Experience with variable frequency drive (VFD), servo drives, and servo motor technology.
• Experience with rotary equipment such as rotary press or filler.
• Knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, or plastics processing.
• Experience with Krones, Sidel, or Husky equipment.
• Experience with HVAC, chillers, and/or air compressors.
• Experience working with electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
• Fabrication skills such as cutting, welding (MIG, TIG, or stick).
• Experience with 480
  
  VAC & 24
  
  VDC power systems.
• Ability to read and interpret process and instrumentation diagrams.
• Skill in repairing VFDs, servo motors, controllers, communication systems (ASi‑Bus, CAN‑Bus, Profi‑Bus, Ethernet), PLC I/O cards, and safety modules.

• Lead like an owner.
• Make safety the number one priority and escape safe practices.
• Effectively prioritize tasks based on department goals.
• Show respect to others and confront interpersonal issues directly.
• Respond promptly and honor commitments to internal and external customers.
• Make recommendations to continuously improve policies, procedures, and products.
• Demonstrate adaptability in response to unexpected changes.
• Seek continuous improvement and personal growth.
• Communicate clearly and effectively across all levels.

High school diploma required. Associate’s degree in manufacturing, manufacturing technology, mechatronics, industrial manufacturing, manufacturing automation, or a related field preferred.

Certification/License:
Required – N/AP;
Preferred – N/A.

Hourly rate: $30.35 – $44.01.

Benefits:

• Paid time off: holidays, sick time, vacation.
• Paid parental and caregiver leave.
• Medical, virtual care, dental, vision.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Health Savings Account with company match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Expanded mental well‑being benefits including free counseling.
• Family building benefits: IVF and fertility preservation, adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursements.
• Income protection: life, AD&D, short and long‑term disability, critical illness, accident plan.
• Special discounts: pet plans, pre‑paid legal services, identity theft protection, car rental, airport parking, and more.
• Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunities.

Los Angeles County  applicants only. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County  Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and other applicable local and state laws. Employment agencies that submit resumes to Niagara Bottling, LLC will have the right to hire the applicant at its discretion without a placement fee.